What's On Invers Funeral Notices
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BATES, Marilyn:
Of Alexandra, formerly of Invercargill. Peacefully in the loving care of Ranui Rest Home, Alexandra, on Thursday, December 19, 2024, with her loving family by her side, aged 78 years. Dearly loved wife and soulmate of Bill for 58 years. Much loved and cherished mother and mother-in-law of Tara Bates and Shannon Morris (Alexandra), and Brigitte and Ian McLean (Melbourne). Much loved Nana of Henry Morris. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Cheryl and John Adcock (Oxford), and Eleanor and Eric Evans (Invercargill). Loved Aunty Marilyn of all her nieces and nephews. A special thanks to all the nurses, carers and management of Ranui Rest Home for the wonderful loving care given to Marilyn over the past three years. A celebration of Marilyn's life will be held in The Cellar Door, 143A Centennial Avenue, Alexandra, at 12 30pm on Tuesday, December 24, followed by interment in the Alexandra Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Dementia NZ would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to 293 Nelsen Ridge Road, RD3, Alexandra 9393.
COLLIS, Betty Rose:
Betty passed away peacefully on Sunday 15th December aged 94 at Vickery Court with her family by her side. Loved wife of Fredrick*, Dearly loved sister of Doreen*, June*, and Barry*. Loved and cherished Mother and mother-in-law of Rickie and Bev, Judi and Mike, the late Trevor, Peter and Heather, Owen, and Kenneth. Adored Nana to Daniel and Sam, Kale and Chloe, and Ben. Loved great-grandma of Sadie, and Zara. As per Betty's wishes a private family service has been held. Messages may be sent to 8 Enwood Lane, Georgetown, Invercargill 9810 or may be left on Betty's tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz A heartfelt thanks to the staff at Vickery Court Rest Home for their love and care of our beloved mum.
HARPUR, Jill Margaret (nee Dixon):
Passed away peacefully on Friday 13th December 2024, with family by her side at Southland Hospital. Aged 82 years. At Jill’s request, she was laid to rest with her late husband in a private ceremony at Tuatapere Cemetery on Tuesday 17th December 2024. Beloved wife of the late Bill Harpur, cherished mother of Lynette, Nicola and Sonya. Loved Gran to Jenna, Jacqui and Jared. Great-Gran to Harlyn and Mila. Loved sister, aunty, cousin and friend to many. A huge thanks to Southland Hospital and Macdonald & Weston for the special care given to Jill in her final days with us. Messages for the “Harpur Family” can be sent to PO Box 632, Invercargill 9840 or on Jill’s tribute page at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/jill.
McNATTY, Carmel Patricia (nee Clifford):
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Carmel in the early morning of Friday 20 December 2024, aged 82. Dearly loved and loving wife of the late William (Bill) McNatty. Sister and sister-in-law to Nareen and Jim, Paul and Marlene, Mary and Allister, Glenise and Gordon. Amazing mother and mother-in-law of David and Kerry, John, Trish and Bruce, and loving nana of Siantelle and Shaun, Jessica and Brad, Lara and Matt, Troy, Madeleine and Lewis, Blake and Courtney and Jake and Katy, and great-nana to Braxton, Colton, Selina, Thomas, Mila (who called her ‘great-great’), Johnny, and George, as well as her many nieces, nephews and friends. She passed peacefully at Rowena Jackson surrounded by her loving family. RIP.
A service will be held at 11.30am on Friday 27 December 2024 at St Theresa of Lisieux Church, 40 Perth St, Invercargill. At the conclusion of the service, internment will be at Eastern Cemetery. To view the service via livestream, visit the Avenal Park website obituaries page and click the link on Carmel’s page. A rosary will be recited at 7.30pm on Thursday 26 December in the church.
“If love could have kept you alive, you would have lived forever.”
Messages to the McNatty Family, c/- Trish Colyer, 90 Mitchell Street, Invercargill 9810.
MITCHELL, Steven John:
After a long hard-fought battle, Steven passed away on Sunday, 15th December 2024. Dearly loved husband of Noelene and a much loved dad of Keith, and Grant. Devoted and idolized Popa of Harpur and Pa of James. A loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Special thanks to the staff at Hospice Southland. As per Steven’s wishes, a private service has taken place. Messages to 169 Tramway Road, Strathern, Invercargill 9812
ROBERTSON, Ian Alexander (TEX):
17/1/55 – 17/12/24
Passed away at Southland Hospital, late of Browns Winton, and 15 Monowai Street Invercargill. Loved son of the late Mary and Alexander (Carson) Robertson. Loved brother and brother in law of Lesley and Doug Payne (Rimu). Loved Uncle of Glenda and Mat Darling (Wallacetown). Loved father of James and ex of Susan Burns-Robertson. As per families wishes a private cremation has been held. A Memorial Service for Tex will be held on Friday 17th January 2025, 10.30am in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, corner Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill. Messages to 1000 Rimu Road, RD 1 Invercargill or to Tex’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes
ROUGHAN, Leslie Lawrence (Les) Reg. 441735 NZAF:
Peacefully on December 20, 2024 at Resthaven, Gore, with his loving family by his side; aged 101 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Joan, much loved father and father- in-law of Michael and Lizzy (Sydney), Trevor and Ann (Riversdale), Chris and Mary (Riversdale), the late Stephen, Pauline and Robert Weir (Waikaka), Barry and Trudy (Mandeville), Katrina and Richard Kerr-Bell (Wellington), adored Grandad Les of his 18 grandchildren and his 17 great grandchildren. R.I.P. Requiem Mass for Les will be celebrated in the Church Of The Blessed Sacrament, Ardwick Street, Gore on Friday December 27 at 1.30pm, then leaving for the Charlton Park Cemetery. Livestream to view Les’s service https://vimeo.com/event/4803221 . The family would like to acknowledge the special care shown to Les from Resthaven Village and Jan Shaw. Messages to 148 Otamita Gorge, RD7, Gore 9777.
TOMKINSON, Robin:
Unexpectedly on Monday, November 18, 2024, at Nelson, aged 65 years. Loved son of Jean and Charles (both deceased), much loved brother of Beth and Gordon Grindell (Christchurch), Susan and Darryl Morrow (Pleasant Point), Allan (Ashburton), Neil and Ratchaniwan (Christchurch), Owen (deceased), Shane (Ashburton), and Claire (Ashburton). Loved Uncle of his nieces and nephews. A private burial has been held in Invercargill. Thank you to Andrew Renton, Carl Findlater, Jenny and Robbie Kelly, Metalcraft Ltd, Nelson Police, and Sally and Ross at J Fraser and Sons. Messages to 268 Weedons Ross Road, RD5, Christchurch 7675.
WATSON, Betty May (nee Bromley):
11/07/1935 - 06/12/2024 - Peacefully at her home in Invercargill after a long battle with Parkinson's. Loved mother of Jim and Claire (Christchurch), Amanda and Steve (Invercargill), Andrew and Lana (Taieri Mouth); grandmother of Antony and Taylor, Duncan and Maddi, Angus, Kate, Thomas, Andrea and Jennifer, Sam and Max; great-grandmother of Isla and Emily. Special friend of Robin and June (Arrowtown). Loved sister, aunt, great-aunt, great-great-aunt, and cousin of the Bromley and McMinn families of Greymouth. A memorial service to celebrate Betty's life will be held on the coast on February 7. 2025. Messages may be left on Betty's tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz
Acknowledgements and Memoriam's: If you would like your loved one’s death/funeral notices, memoriam, or acknowledgement listed, email it in word or PDF to [email protected]
BAKKER, Jude:
Ron, Kylie, Brad, Ricky and their families wish to extend our heartfelt thanks to all those who supported us at the time of Jude's passing; our beloved wife, mother and special Nanny; with visits, cards, food, flowers and just being there. Thanks to Dr Ewan Adam, the District Nurses and Hospice Southland for their wonderful care and empathy during Jude's illness and to all those who just dropped in to say hello. Thank you to all those who attended the celebration of Jude's life and a special thank you to Jill Ridden for leading us through this difficult time along with the wonderful eulogies and the Inner Wheel Guard of Honour - thank you.
DIXON, William:
The whānau of William Charles (Esquire) Dixon extends our sincerest thanks to everyone who has supported us during the loss of our beloved Grandad/Koko/Dad/Uncle and Brother. To the Bluff whānau, Man Cave crew, and wider community - thank you for the love, care, and support you showed throughout his life and to us, his whānau during this time. Special thanks to Hospice Southland, especially Mary, for your compassion, and to the many district nurses and doctors who cared for Grandad/Koko/Dad with such kindness and respect during his final days. To the many workmates from Tiwai, the pet food factory, freezing works, and fishing and oyster boats for the camaraderie that brought him so much joy. We would also like to express our heartfelt gratitude to the Bluff Rugby Club, the Bluff RSA, the Golden Age Tavern, and the many individuals who supported us, including Craig, Lynley, Kara, Mana, Karen Calder, Karen Davis Goff, Anita, Collin Johnstone, Ricky Gillan, Seth, Adalein, Shane Pearsey, Brad, Ramoni, Linda, Lee, Curly, Father Hamish, the Kini/ Tokana whānau and the work and sporting colleagues of family members. To everyone who offered aroha through messages, koha, kai, errands, or simply being there - you have touched our hearts more than words can say. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgment from our whānau.
As Grandad would say: "Cheeeck!"
MUNRO, James:
Greg and Pip, Leigh, and the boys would like to thank everyone who attended Dad's farewell. Thanks for all the support, messages, phone calls, flowers, cards and the food, it was very much appreciated during a difficult time. Special thanks to Gordon Fraser for being with us on the night of Dad's passing, Richard Smith for officiating the service, (a new vocation perhaps?), Dad would have been smiling on the inside with your personal insights. Thanks to Brett Freeman, Wayne Soper, Trevor Manson and Andy Borland for speaking at the funeral – we appreciate the personal touch and for sharing your stories.
Well done to Flynn and Keats for their speeches on a tough day – their Grandad would be very proud. Thanks to Dee and the team at Avenal Park Funeral Home for your compassion and professionalism during a difficult time. As there are too many people to mention individually, please accept this as acknowledgement of our heartfelt thanks. While it felt like Dad was a cat with nine lives, his sudden passing still leaves a huge hole in our lives that takes quite a bit of getting used to.
RIZZI, Ian:
Heather, Janeen, Angela, Craig and families wish to extend their sincere appreciation and thanks for the kindness, sympathy, floral tributes, cards, letters, food and support received on Ian's passing. Thank you to the Winton Volunteer Fire Brigade members and Ex members for forming a Guard of Honour at the church in honour of Ian's Honorary Life Membership. So much appreciated. Thank you for your attendance at the service to farewell Ian and we are most appreciative of your visits and continuing support as we grieve our loss. Thank you so much.
SUTTON, Rodney:
David, Lynette, Barbara, Anna and families would like to sincerely thank all those who supported us after Dad's passing. To all those who sent cards, flowers, baking and attended Dad's service, our heart-felt thanks. We would particularly like to acknowledge the first responders and the staff at Southland Hospital. To the Invercargill Garrison Band, we are all extremely grateful for your kindness and wonderful tributes to Dad. His strive for perfection and love of great music will be remembered.
"The sun still shines, but not quite as bright".
